Dr. Silkia Mercedes Figueroa M.D.
Pediatrician
3203 Urb Serenna Caguas PR, 00727About
Dr. Silkia Figueroa is a pediatrician practicing in Caguas, PR. Dr. Figueroa is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Figueroa diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Figueroa can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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